Working in the UK

Nursing Jobs

Do you want to work as an agency nurse or are you looking for a more permanent position? Whatever you are looking for, Medacs, one of the top healthcare recruitment agencies in the UK, can help.

We have hundreds of vacancies every week for RGN’s, RMN’s Midwives, ODP’s and specialist nurses, within the NHS, MoD, HMP Service, private hospitals and industry.

Doctors Jobs

Do you want to work as a locum or are you looking for a more permanent position? Whatever you are looking for, Medacs Doctors, the leading Doctor healthcare agency in the UK, can help.

Register your details with Medacs Doctors and gain access to the best locum and Permanent positions throughout the UK.

Medacs Doctors deliver:

  • More jobs than any other locum agency
  • Excellent pay rates
  • Daily payment direct to your bank account
  • Instant access to job searches, personal payment history etc, via our interactive website.

Medacs Professionals

Do you want to work as a locum or are you looking for a more permanent position? Whatever you are looking for, Medacs, one of the top healthcare recruitment agencies in the UK, can help.

We have hundreds of vacancies every week for Allied Health Professional’s, Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians, Biomedical Scientists, MLA’s, Dental Staff and Medical Secretaries, within the NHS, MoD, HMP Service, private hospitals and industry.

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Registration

NMC Registration

In order to practice as a nurse in the UK you will need to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council, they can be contacted at Overseas Registrations Department, Nursing and Midwifery Council; Telephone: +44 (0) 20 7333 9333 or go to www.nmc-uk.org for more information.

GMC Registration

To practice in the UK you have to be registered as a doctor with the General Medical Council (GMC). Applications forms can be obtained from the

General Medical Council, go to www.gmc-uk.org for more information.

HPC Registration

If you are an allied health professional before you practice in the UK you will need to register with the Health Professions Council. For further information or a registration pack contact; The Health Professions Council, Telephone +44 (0) 20 7840 9804 or visit their website at www.hpc-uk.org

RPSGB Registration

If you are a Pharmacist you will need to register with the Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain. For further information or a registration pack, contact: Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain, Telephone +44 (0)20 7735 9141or email: enquiries@rpsgb.org or visit www.rpsgb.org.uk

Visas & immigration

Visa

In order to work in the United Kingdom you are required to have the necessary passport or visa for entry. Namely:

  • European Union Citizens Passport
  • Ancestry Visa
  • Working Holiday Visa
  • Work Permit

Work Permit

If you require a Work Permit we are able to place you with employers who are willing to sponsor work permits for health professionals.

If you are unsure about your visa eligibility you can speak to your nearest British High Commission who will be able to assist you.

British High Commission Australia: www.britaus.net

British High Commission New Zealand: www.ukinnewzealand.fco.gov.uk

UK VACANCIES

Medacs International have a number of vacancies for different professions.

We will endeavour to match your clinical skills and experience with a job to suit your ambitions and lifestyle.

Medacs International specialises in placing health professionals in contract positions for a minimum 1-year period. Shorter contracts are available in certain circumstances and can be even as short as three months in some critical care areas.

UK HOSPITALS

UK hospitals are aware that health professionals from overseas need to keep professionally updated during their assignment, therefore as an employee you have the same entitlements as a health professional from the UK. You will be able to attend study days and to make use of the resources of the practice development team.

Remember no matter what country you are from or going to work in there is always a period of adjustment to go through however excited you feel about the prospect. Don't be surprised if you feel like the new kid on the block for a while, this is all to be expected. Take this into consideration when deciding how long to commit to and allow yourself a settling in period.

Our consultants are always here to give you friendly advice and support.

For more information on working in the UK to to www.medacs.com